American Express is a global financial institution, operating in about 130 countries, that provides consumers and businesses charge and credit card payment products. The company also operates a highly profitable merchant payment network. It operates in four segments: US consumer services, US commercial services, international card services, and global merchant and network services. In addition to payment products, the company's commercial business offers expense management tools, consulting services, and business loans.
| Industry | Finance Services |
| Sector | Financials |
| Employees | 76,800 |
| Headquarters | NEW YORK, NY |
| Incorporated in | NY |
| Listed on | NYSE |
| Listed since | Jun 1, 1972 |
| Fiscal year ends | December 31 |
| SEC filer category | Large accelerated filer |
| Website | americanexpress.com |
| SEC company number (CIK) | 4962 |
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